Nancy V. Heims

Professor Nancy Heims is an Assistant Professor of Global Studies. Her academic and professional background and training have been focused on the United Nations, international public policy and global governance.

Nancy V. HeimsProfessional Title: Assistant Professor of Global StudiesAreas of Academic Focus and Expertise:International public policy; international relations; United NationsArea of Work and Concentration at Lesley: Social Sciences, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Global Studies programsRepresentative List of Recent Courses Taught:Perspectives on International Relations; United Nations Seminar and Conference;
Introduction to Globalization; Global Studies and Political Science Internship SeminarsEducation: BA, Brown University; MALD, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University;Representative List of Recent Publications / Exhibitions:

Written Papers/Presentations:

“Authorizing the Responsibility to Protect in Libya: A Case Scenario” (2011);

“The Political Economy of Haiti: An Historical Lens” (2010).

My prior professional experience— with the United Nations Development Programme; international human rights organizations, and as Director of International Studies at Lesley— continues to enhance my teaching and coursework. I value mentoring students regarding global studies-related professional goals and career paths.